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June 5, 2025

Southern Rock Reborn - the Journey of the Parker Barrow Band

Today, we’re stoked to chat with the Parker Burrow Band, Nashville’s own southern rock revivalists known for their gritty riffs, soul-stirring vocals, and high-energy performances. Fresh off their hometown scene, they’re gearing up for their first-ever European tour this summer. Join us as we dive into their journey, creative process,…

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June 4, 2025

Southern Rock Reborn - Inside the Journey of the Parker Barrow Band

Southern Rock Reborn - Inside the Journey of the Parker Barrow Band "Today, we’re stoked to chat with the Parker Burrow Band, Nashville’s own southern rock revivalists known for their gritty riffs, soul-stirring vocals, and high-energy performances. Fresh off their hometown scene, they’re gearing up for their first-ever European tour…

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June 3, 2025

The Outlaw Airwaves: Rise of the Border Blasters

Step into the untamed world of high-powered Mexican radio stations that forever changed the soundscape of North America. *The Outlaw Airwaves* tells the true story of the “Border Blasters” — renegade AM radio stations broadcasting across the U.S.-Mexico border in the mid-20th century with outlaw spirit, unregulated power, and revolutionary…

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May 31, 2025

Is This the Best Cover Band in America? Part 2

Hailed as the USA’s best cover band, the Lexington Lab Band, led by founder and vocalist Michael Vandemark, brings iconic songs from The Eagles, Prince, and Pearl Jam to life with electrifying precision. With 92 musicians involved, their tight harmonies, meticulous arrangements, and sold-out shows have earned a massive YouTube…

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May 31, 2025

Is This the Best Cover Band in America? Part2

Hailed as the USA’s best cover band, the Lexington Lab Band, led by founder and vocalist Michael Vandemark, brings iconic songs from The Eagles, Prince, and Pearl Jam to life with electrifying precision. With 92 musicians involved, their tight harmonies, meticulous arrangements, and sold-out shows have earned a massive YouTube…

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May 27, 2025

King of Tone: The Pedal That Rocked The World

Dive into the legend of the AnalogMan King of Tone, a guitar pedal so coveted it commands a six-year waitlist and inspires rock gods like John Mayer, Gary Clark Jr., and Marc Ribot. In this episode, we uncover the story behind this tiny box that’s redefined guitar tone—from its roots…

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May 21, 2025

Joanna Connor Unplugged: Talks Chicago Blues, Page, Bonamassa and Beyond

Welcome to The Trout Show! Today, The Trout is thrilled to sit down with the electrifying blues rock queen, Joanna Connor! Known for her scorching guitar riffs and soulful vocals, Joanna’s been lighting up stages from Chicago’s blues scene to global festivals. With over a dozen albums, including her latest,…

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May 20, 2025

Joanna Connor Unplugged: Talks Chicago Blues, Page, Bonamassa and Beyond

Welcome to The Trout Show! Today, The Trout is thrilled to sit down with the electrifying blues rock queen, Joanna Connor! Known for her scorching guitar riffs and soulful vocals, Joanna’s been lighting up stages from Chicago’s blues scene to global festivals. With over a dozen albums, including her latest,…

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May 14, 2025

Shuggie Otis - Music's Forgotten Legend

Welcome to the episode of The Trout Show, Vinyl to Viral. Rediscovering Music's Forgotten Legends. With your host, The Trout, and today, he’s spotlighting a forgotten legend: Shuggie Otis. In the ‘70s, Frank Zappa and Quincy Jones called this teenage prodigy a genius for his psychedelic soul masterpiece Inspiration Information.…

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May 10, 2025

Keeping the Beat: Gordy Knudtson of the Steve Miller Band

Join us on The Trout Show as we sit down with Gordy Knudtson, the legendary drummer who laid down the groove for the Steve Miller Band for over three decades. From rocking arenas with timeless hits like 'Fly Like an Eagle' and 'The Joker' to pioneering the innovative Open/Close drumming…

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May 10, 2025

Keeping the Beat: Gordy Knudtson of the Steve Miller Band

Join us on The Trout Show as we sit down with Gordy Knudtson, the legendary drummer who laid down the groove for the Steve Miller Band for over three decades. From rocking arenas with timeless hits like 'Fly Like an Eagle' and 'The Joker' to pioneering the innovative Open/Close drumming…

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May 3, 2025

Strings, Scales and Smarts: How Music Boosts Your Brain

Ever wonder why picking up a violin or banging on a drum in school could make a child a better student? Welcome to Strings, Scales, and Smarts! In this episode of The Trout Show of Vinyl to Viral podcast, The Trout dives into the science and stories behind how learning…

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April 30, 2025

Nicolas Meier: Chosen by Jeff Beck – A Guitarist’s Journey

What happens when one of the most iconic guitarists in rock history handpicks you for his band? In this episode of The Trout Show, The Trout sits down with internationally acclaimed guitarist Nicolas Meier — known for his stunning blend of jazz, flamenco, and world music — to talk about…

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April 30, 2025

Nicolas Meier: Chosen by Jeff Beck – A Guitarist’s Journey

What happens when one of the most iconic guitarists in rock history handpicks you for his band? In this episode of The Trout Show, The Trout sits down with internationally acclaimed guitarist Nicolas Meier — known for his stunning blend of jazz, flamenco, and world music — to talk about…

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April 24, 2025

Auto-Tune: "Pitch Perfect or Pitch Fake"

“Hey, I’m The Trout, and this is the Vinyl to Viral podcast. I’ve recorded music without ever touching auto-tune—pure, raw, and real. But from T-Pain to Britain’s Got Talent, that pitch-shifting tech is everywhere, shaping hits and sparking fights. Is it a creative game-changer or a cheat code killing authenticity?…

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April 22, 2025

Rob McNelley Guitarist to Nashville's Stars

Every once in a while, The Trout gets to talk to someone whose guitar work you’ve definitely heard — even if you didn’t know it at the time. This time, The Trout had the pleasure of sitting down with Rob McNelley, a musician whose resume reads like a hall of…

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April 22, 2025

Rob McNelley Guitarist to the Stars

Every once in a while, The Trout gets to talk to someone whose guitar work you’ve definitely heard — even if you didn’t know it at the time. This time, The Trout had the pleasure of sitting down with Rob McNelley, a musician whose resume reads like a hall of…

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April 9, 2025

Jules Leyhe - From Jeff Beck Fan to Slide Guitar Star

"Welcome to The Trout Show, your spot for laid-back chats with incredible musicians! Today, we’re hanging out with Jules Leyhe—a slide guitar master who’s been obsessed with the six-string since his pre-teen days, inspired by the legendary Jeff Beck. From tearing up stages to dropping knowledge in his YouTube master…

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April 9, 2025

Jules Leyhe - From Jeff Beck Fan to Slide Guitar Star

"Welcome to The Trout Show, your spot for laid-back chats with incredible musicians! Today, we’re hanging out with Jules Leyhe—a slide guitar master who’s been obsessed with the six-string since his pre-teen days, inspired by the legendary Jeff Beck. From tearing up stages to dropping knowledge in his YouTube master…

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April 1, 2025

Triston Harper - From American Idol to Indie Dreams

Triston Harper is a 16-year-old country music prodigy from McIntosh, Alabama, who captured hearts as a Top 5 finalist on American Idol Season 22 in 2024. With a voice wise beyond his years and a story of resilience—overcoming homelessness and hardship alongside his mother—Triston’s raw talent and Choctaw Indian heritage…

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April 1, 2025

Triston Harper - From American Idol to Indie Dreams

The Trout's exclusive interview with Triston Harper, American Idol 2024 Top 5 Finalist. Triston Harper is a 16-year-old country music prodigy from McIntosh, Alabama, who captured hearts as a Top 5 finalist on American Idol Season 22 in 2024. With a voice wise beyond his years and a story of…

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April 1, 2025

Indie Rising: The Fall of the Label Empire

The indie music market’s growth in 2025 is a powerhouse story, reshaping the industry and putting serious pressure on traditional record labels. Let’s break it down with the latest trends and numbers in the this episode of The Trout Show. www.TheTroutShow.com Your comments are appreciated! (https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2079590/open_sms) Support the show (https://www.buzzsprout.com/2079590/support)…

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March 16, 2025

Sax Appeal - Inside Tom Waters Musical World

"Join us on *The Trout Show* as we sit down with the incredibly talented Tom Waters, a virtuoso saxophone artist who’s been rocking the rhythm and blues and jazz scenes since the age of eight. Hailing from Dorset, England, Tom kicked off his musical journey alongside his father, boogie-woogie piano…

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March 16, 2025

Sax Appeal - Inside Tom Waters Musical World

"Join us on *The Trout Show* as we sit down with the incredibly talented Tom Waters, a virtuoso saxophone artist who’s been rocking the rhythm and blues and jazz scenes since the age of eight. Hailing from Dorset, England, Tom kicked off his musical journey alongside his father, boogie-woogie piano…

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